Specific Safety Instructions; &Warning - DeWalt DCH363 Instruction Manual

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• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dusL
Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• NEVER force battery pack into charger. DO NOT modify
battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible charger
as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal
injury. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility
of batteries and chargers.
• Charge the battery packs only in DEWALT chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 105 °F (40 °C)
(such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
_ WARNING: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any
reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not insert
into charger, Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, run over or damaged in any way (Le., pierced with a nail,
hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should be
returned to service center for recycling.
_ WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so
that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.
For example, do not p/ace battery in aprons, pockets, too/boxes,
product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
without battery cap. Transporting batteries can possibly cause
fires if the battery terminals inadvertently come in contact
with conductive materials such as keys, coins, hand tools
and the like. The U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous
Material Regulations (HMR) actually prohibit transporting batteries
in commerce or on airplanes (i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on
luggage) UNLESS they are properly protected from short circuits.
So when transporting individual batteries, make sure that the battery
terminals are protected and well insulated from materials that could
contact them and cause a short circuit.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Li-lon)
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when
lithium ion battery packs are burned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery
liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15
minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed,
the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic
carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory
irritation. Provide fresh air, If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention.
_&WARNING: Bum hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if
exposed to spark or flame.
The RBRC
TM
Seal
The RBRC
TM
(Rechargeable Batted/ Recycling Corporation) Seal on
the nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithiumion
batteries (or battery packs) indicate that the costs to
recycle these batteries (or battery packs) at the end of
their useful life have already been paid by DEWALT. In
some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel cadmium,
nickel metal hydride or lithium ion batteries in the trash
or municipal solid waste stream and the RBRC program
provides an environmentally conscious alternative.